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OPERATION
WARNING! To avoid injury from accidental startups, be sure that the tool is switched off and disconnected
from the power supply before inspecting the tool, making adjustments or changing accessories.
PREPARATION
Before plugging in your pole saw, check the following items to ensure safe working conditions.
• POLE SAW: before beginning work, inspect the pole saw for damage to the housing, the power cord, the saw chain
and the guide bar. Never use a damaged machine.
• OIL TANK: check the fill level of the oil tank. Also check whether there is sufficient oil available while working. In
order to prevent damage to the pole saw, never operate the saw if there is no oil, or if the oil level has dropped below
the minimum oil level mark. On average, one tank of oil is sufficient for about 10 minutes of cutting (depending on
the duration of pauses, chain sharpness, wood species, etc.).
• SAW CHAIN: check the tension of the saw chain and the condition of the cutting links. The sharper the saw chain
is, the easier and more manageable operations will be. The same applies to chain tension. Check the tension every
10 minutes of operation to maximize safety. New saw chains in particular are subject to changes due to the heat
created by operation.
• PROTECTIVE CLOTHING and equipment: make absolutely sure to wear the appropriate close-fitting protective
clothing such as chainsaw-protective pants, gloves and safety shoes. Wear a safety helmet with integrated hearing
protection and a face guard to provide protection against falling and recoiling branches.
• WORK AREA: Keep bystanders and animals away from the sawing area. The machine is not protected against
electric shock when coming into contact with high-voltage lines. Maintain a minimum clearance of 30 feet from
current-carrying power lines to avoid life-threatening electric shock.
TURNING THE POLE SAW ON AND OFF
1. To turn ON the saw, hold the pole saw handles firmly with both hands.
Press and hold the safety lock button on the rear handle (Fig. 6 - 1) and pull
the trigger (Fig. 6 - 1) to turn on the tool. You can release the safety lock
button after the power switch is pressed down.
2. To turn OFF the saw, release the ON/OFF trigger switch. Unplug the pole
saw from power when finished.
Fig. 6
PREVENTING KICKBACK
The term kickback refers to when the saw suddenly jumps up and back. This is usually caused by the workpiece
coming into contact with the guide bar tip, or the saw chain getting pinched in a cut.
Kickback generates an abrupt, powerful force. The saw usually reacts in an uncontrolled manner, creating a risk.
The danger of kickback is greatest if you apply the area near the guide bar tip into a branch. To reduce the risk of
kickback, avoid contacting the branch with the saw tip. Always apply the saw as flatly as possible in order avoid a
loss of control during operation. See page 7 for procedures to safeguard against kickback.
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